Over 4 action-packed days, SCIBS 2023 attracted 47,345 visitors who flocked from all over the globe.
The 34th edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) has cemented its position as the Southern Hemisphere’s leading boating and marine showcase, boasting impressive attendance, exceptional sales and a vibrant, festival atmosphere.
Over four action-packed days, SCIBS 2023 attracted 47,345 visitors who flocked from all over the globe to view thousands of marine products, and an impressive 740 vessel line up, including an all-time record of 315 boats on water and over 100 Australian, Asia-Pacific and World premieres.
“The feedback we’re receiving from exhibitors and visitors is extraordinary, and the exceptional growth of the event supports that. SCIBS is recognised by the industry as a must-attend event on the international boat show calendar, providing an unparalleled opportunity to market and sell products whilst showcasing the boating lifestyle,” said SCIBS General Manager Johan Hasser.
Mr Hasser said the enthusiasm from exhibitors for the Show has been a driving force behind the ongoing investment in Sanctuary Cove by parent company Mulpha Australia, including the recent expansion of the marina to include an additional 28 berths and the upcoming development of another superyacht arm by the new year.
“The Show is very much a collaboration between everyone involved – us, our sponsors and partners and exhibitors. We’re passionate about ensuring an exceptional visitor experience and the best platform for exhibitors to showcase their products to an engaged audience. It’s proved to be a very successful strategy, with this year being our biggest and best in our 34 year history.”
Greg Haines from Princess Yachts says his team believes SCIBS 2023 has produced some of the strongest leads of any boat show they have participated in. “We are finding there is a lot of interest in the bigger boats – boats above 65 feet. We held the Southern Hemisphere launch of the Y72 at this year’s Show which has been really well received. We have five or six people interested in purchasing the Y72.”
Stephen Milne from local luxury motor yacht builder Riviera Australia says the show has been a huge success for the renowned brand. “It has just been a tremendous show for Riviera,” Mr Milne says. “The weather has been incredible; the crowds have been very strong and the feedback and interest in the Riviera motor yachts of today, has never been stronger. SCIBS 2023 has been a wonderful opportunity to display the finest fleet of Rivieras that we have ever showcased at a boat show. We displayed 11 yachts, from 39 to 78 feet. The reaction to the fleet and particularly our world premiere – the 585 SUV – has been exceptional.
This year, luxury local boating brand Maritimo, say they saw more people through their display than ever before. Maritimo Managing Director Tom Barry-Cotter says his team has been thrilled to see the response to their range. “It has been great to see such strong sales interest in Maritimo,” Mr Barry-Cotter said. “The leads have been very strong and while we are still tallying, it could be a record number of sales from this year’s SCIBS which is just fantastic. The sales generated from this Show will be keeping us busy for the next few years.
Erica Rae of Horizon Yachts says SCIBS has generated over $40 million in sales just the first three days. “This has been the busiest Show we have had in the past five or six years,” Ms Rae said. “It has been phenomenal; the number of enquiries we have had come through. The crowds have been extraordinary, it has been really very busy.
Mark Elkington, CEO, Multihull Solutions and The Yacht Sales Co said SCIBS 2023 has achieved outstanding results for his companies.
The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2023 also saw an extraordinary milestone with the highly successful launch of Sanctuary Cove’s first ever waterfront penthouses, the exclusive unveiling of two luxurious residences that crown the Harbour One apartments and overlook the stunning Sanctuary Cove marina.
The Mulpha Events team have already turned their focus to next year’s Show, with plans to make it even bigger and better. The 35th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show will be held from May 23-26, 2024.
